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Clyde Johnson Obituary
RICHMOND, Ind. - Clyde F. Johnson, age 85, of Richmond, died Thursday, June 23, 2011, at Friends Fellowship Community.
Born June 28, 1925, in Indianapolis, Ind., to George Lyle and Stella E. Caplinger Johnson, he lived in this community since 1961. Clyde was a graduate of Indiana University and studied at the Earlham School of Religion. He was a recorded minister in the Indiana Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends. Clyde worked in public and private accounting in Chicago, Indianapolis and Richmond. He most recently worked for Barker's Fireplace Shop, retiring in 1991, and for the Whitewater Opera Co.
Clyde was a member of First Friends Meeting, Richmond Area Ministerial Association and Yokefellows International. For many years his home on College Avenue was known as ICHTHYS House which was a place of worship and fellowship for Earlham students and townspeople.
Clyde worked from 1965-1968 as the business manager at Friends United Meeting, and as the manager at Yokefellow Institute (the program started by Elton Trueblood) from 1975-1976. He was on the staff of Friends World Committee for Consultation as an administrative assistant from 1975-1977.
Survivors include his sister, Marjorie Carmony of Manilla, Ind.; cousins and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation for Clyde F. Johnson will be from 4-7 p.m. Sunday, June 26, 2011, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road W., Richmond. Burial will be in Earlham Cemetery with a graveside service at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 27, 2011. A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 16, 2011, at First Friends Meeting House, 2010 Chester Blvd., Richmond, with Jeff Wolfe, Chaplain David Garman, Josh Brown and Paul Tsuchido Shew. Memorial contributions may be made to: First Friends Meeting, 2010 Chester Blvd., Richmond, IN 47374.
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Memories and Condolences
for Clyde Johnson
Brad Hicks
June 18, 2019
One of the only persons I've ever known who was so genuinely and deeply caring for me and my well-being. Many times in my own friendships, when I am trying to engage at a meaningful level, I ask myself, What would Clyde do? So many smiling, gentle, untroubled memories of Clyde and Ichthys House.
Bryan Harness
July 14, 2011
The thing I came to appreciate about Clyde was his consistency. He was just there. Clydes "thereness" created a sense of safety and trust for college students in particular, many of whom were away from home for the first time and dealing with the transitional issues of emerging adulthood. Clyde created a consistently safe place for them, a home away from home, a place of acceptance and unconditional love (provided the dishes were washed.) I would so love to see it replicated.
I wish the picture showed him smiling. Clyde could project a sense of radiant grace when he smiled.
Martha A. Penzer
July 8, 2011
Dear, dear Clyde,
Pauline Cheek of North Carolina, another ESR student in the late 1980's, wrote to me with the news of your death. Your unfailing hospitality, your love of classical music, especially opera, and hunger for God's love have been our bond.
In my vision of heaven, we are reunited with those we love. I imagine you in a cosy visit with Ellen Klemperer listening to a Beethoven quartet, maybe no. 135, her favorite.
Oh, to you, dear Clyde, the peace that surpasses understanding. You have been a good F/friend.
Pat McBee
June 27, 2011
Clyde was a mediator of God's grace for generations of Earlham and ESR students. I was among the earlier ones, worshipping and eating doughnuts with a group in Clyde's apartment in the late '60s before Icthys House. I send greetings and condolences to Marjorie Carmony who entertained us at the farm those many years ago. Clyde will be warmly remembered and dearly missed by many, including myself.
June 25, 2011
What Clyde provided for so many was a place of refuge - safety for the seeker in a culture which glorifies that which is godless. It is a sweet thought indeed to know that he is finally home.
Margaret Ryther, St. Paul MN
LisaJoy Zillgitt-Stowers
June 24, 2011
Clyde, you were the light for me in many dark days and in you i knew the compassion of Christ and the light of love.
Benjamin Pressley
June 24, 2011
Clyde was an extraordinarily good person. I don't really use the word "ministry" alot, but he had a God-given ministry of hospitality. There were so many nights that going to Clyde's house was such a blessing and a lifesaver for me, and I am sure it meant a lot for other people as well. He was a kind and gentle man, and he was a godly (another term I don't use much) man. I will miss him very much, and if there is a heaven above, it is a much more rich and full place with Clyde in it.
Brad & Nancy Hicks
June 24, 2011
Clyde called our grandmother, Flora Rodgers, the "patron saint" of Ichthys House. Through Grandma Rodgers we got to know Clyde very well. We loved him deeply, enjoyed authentic Christian fellowship and communion at many silent worship meetings at the House, and never failed to catch up with Clyde—and borrow a couple of books off his voluminous shelves—when we were in town. We never knew a more compassionate, gentle and genuinely others-centered soul. Heaven is the richer with the presence of this glorious personality; and Clyde surely must now be overtaken with pure Joy in the secure presence of His truest Friend, Jesus.
Trish Edwards-Konic
June 24, 2011
Clyde was an example of the gift of helps and encouragement. There were times when I was discouraged and he encouraged me to keep on following God. Clyde, you will be dearly missed. Trish Edwards-Konic (Springfield CO)
Bob Stonebraker
June 24, 2011
Clyde kept the silent worship at the ICHTHYS HOUSE available 365 evenings every year for over 35 years. His soft spoken concern and ability to listen sincerely provided a wonderful blessing for me and thousands of others. His kindness will be long remembered by many of us. -- Bob Stonebraker
Linda Sherer Coppock
June 24, 2011
Clyde showed me how much impact a loving life can have--he's a role model of hospitality and witness. His spirit and the memories will live long beyond.
Rena Holcomb
June 23, 2011
Clyde was one of the most genuine people I have ever had the pleasure to meet and spend time with. I am deeply saddened by his passing. He was the epitome of a friend and he will be missed by many.
Rena Holcomb
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